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    Ember Yard

    3.8 (45 reviews)
    Ultra High-EndSpanish
    Closed 12:00 pm - 12:00 am (Next day)

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    Moderate noise
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    Good for groups

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    Burrata
    Vivian D.

    Pretty decent food! Really enjoyed the prawns, juicy and yummy. The fried flower was quite sweet, but well caramelized, ok to try. Burrata was yummy and plentiful. Octopus was pretty tender. The steak however was too chewy for me... aged for 28 days?? Should have been longer! But overall had a nice dinner, typical city-like restaurant ambiance. No complaints!

    Jennifer S.

    I popped into here last week for just a few tapas and sat at the bar downstairs. I was promptly attended to and impressed with the customer service of the bartenders, a rarity in London. I ordered the courgette flower and the roasted portobello mushrooms. I rarely eat fried food but the flower was OMG delicious. The crispy texture pared with the honey and cheese and savoury green was a true mouth experience. I wanted to lick the plate! The mushrooms were just as rich, with their smokiness and texture melding well with the garlic and chili seasoning. The portions were excellent for tapas size. The prices are a bit high for the non-veg options though so likely would only return for the veg.

    Abi R.

    A Foodie's Must Visit! This place was packed and it's understandable why! As this place is tapas I'd highly suggest stepping in for lunch rather than dinner as it is a bit pricey and portions are on the small side understandably. The quality and taste of food impeccable. Presentation isn't stellar but taste compensates. Price = steep. The cocktail drinks are lovely yet very strong! Very nice. The wait for the drinks were a bit long though but staff were very friendly. Great atmosphere. We came here as a group of 4 and ordered a few things and shared everything with 2 drinks each which rang us about 40 gbp each. Def pricey and not very filling but everything we did have was lovely. As I said; it's a Foodie's must go but with the prices you'd definitely not make it a regular hotspot

    Yotsuba C.

    Great atmosphere at Emberyard I had the calcot special sunday menu which was very enjoyable. Hightlight of the meal was the sirloin steak cooked perfectly. Got to say the best steak I have ever hard. The idea of the menu is for sharing. Definitely worth a comeback for me but I am not sure when since the pricetag is a bit high for me!

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    Priya K.

    The weather today was horrendous!!!! Rain rain and buckets of it!!! Welcome to the UK! This was the nearest place for lunch and we hopped right in. Luckily they had a table for us as we didn't have a reservation...... Seated on the comfy sofa, overlooking the outside where I could keep an eye on the rain. It's a bit like Senor Ceviche in carnaby, but 10 times better! The lunch menu is the same as the dinner menu. Today I tried new things like the roasted pork ribs - wooooooooooow, meaty, juicy, cooked so well, that chargrilled flavour gets me everytime! The burrata was ahmayzing, it is a cold starter and comes with these thin wafer like crackers to dip in, so good with the padron peppers!! I love this place and the service is exceptional. My cocktail was delish too, not too heavy for lunch, very drinkable, notable flavours of the citrus with elderflower and blood orange - Yummy!!! I am looking forward to trying their other branches, the decor inside is modern, classy, not too pretentious, chilling, etc. Although you do kind of need to give the table back after 2.5 hours, having said that, they dont rush you out the door. Bill came within minutes alongside the card machine. They even take your coats for you, so you're not sitting on it or having it on your lap - which is a plus in my book! Very attentive, they give great recommedations with their food and drinks.

    Daphne S.

    Continuing on my love affair with all things tapas we went to Ember Yard on spec on Sunday evening. They advised they were very busy but managed to fit us in. The food was fantastic. Really really good. We had the belly pork which was divine. So tender and delicious, my mouth is watering thinking about it. We also had a number of smaller tapas - the steamed and chargriled octopus which was really good too, the garlic and thyme ratta potatoes, the extremely moreish Burrata with Chargrilled Aubergines and the Brussel Sprout, Celeriac and Swiss Chard Gratin for which we ordered a second helping. The service was quick and the staff were helpful and friendly and happy to advise on food choices. The prices are not the cheapest but the quality is so good it is good value. The wine was also lovely and we managed to put away two bottles between three of us (hiccup!). Overall this was a great place to go and I will happily go back again.

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    Wendy L.

    I usually do like seasonal changing menu to add a difference to each dining experience but of course there is always a risk of your favourite dishes disappearing and replaced by not so well executed dishes. Still their highlight dishes that did remain did not fail us and as good I do love the vibe downstairs at Ember Yard, dark wooden decor with a really nice warm glow from the lighting giving it a very romantic feel to it- something I didn't get from their sister branch Salt Yard. We started with some Grilled Flatbread with Honey, Thyme and Smoked Butter. As simple as it sounds I did really enjoy this dish, warm, fluffy and comforting. But I also think taste is acquired depending on how much you can tolerate the bitterness of the charred burnt parts as mum wasn't a great fan . The octopus was just how I remembered it and a dish I'm glad they keep as a stable on their menu. Nicely steamed till soft and then char grilled for that nice smoky taste and texture difference on the outside. It was paired nicely with soften peppers and tomatoes for a lovely succulent sweetness and a creamy garlic dip to off set some flavours. There was no way i could miss the Parsnip-Buttermilk Chips with Manchego and just like my last visit they were superbly done. They were deliciously hot and sticky, savoury and sweet. They were slightly firmer than the usual potato but still a lovely soft texture to bite into with nice crunchy bits where the smaller parts and cheese were fully fried. So moorish and fragrant. Mum absolutely loved the lamb as she enjoyed things with a bite, if you love your meat falling of your bone then this dish isn't one for you. It's for those who love to use their hands and teeth to pull away the lovely juicy meat off the bone. In return we got lovely sweet succulent medium rare meat to dig into. It was paired nicely with a lovely herby Salsa Verde sauce and roasted aubergine to add a more softer texture against it which together made it a delight to enjoy. Next came another lovely meat perfect dish, the Grilled Ibérico Presa. After using all that jaw muscle on the lamb it was nice to enjoy the tenderness and sweetness of such fine pork. It tasted like no other pork I've had before, effortless to cut, clean bites and made even more mouth melting with the Whipped Jamón Butter. Sadly the burger couldn't deliver the same satisfaction being too salty. I also found the meat a bit too coarse for my liking. It was definitely better than a lot of burgers I've had not one to make a lasting impression. I definitely think Ember Yard succeeds best at delivering wholesome slabs of meat. The next dish is probably not for those scared of fat on meat and very health conscious but I really enjoyed the Ibérico Pork Ribs. The fat really penetrated across the meat making it incredibly juicy and tender, sweetened by an indulgence sweet quince glaze and a smoky charred finished. To complete the melting sensation it was paired with creamy celeriac purée underneath. This one is definitely for those who like meat falling off the bone. Unfortunately things went slightly downhill with the next two dishes. The smoked Butternut Squash almost had it's life sucked out of it. It was so overcooked it became so dense and flat, edges burnt making it very bitter if you eat anywhere near the edge. which wasn't much if you leave it out. Annoying the cuttlefish was removed out the dish and replaced with it was the Chargrilled Squid with Pancetta, Peas and Chilli. Sadly the dish was too bland that the only thing I tasted from the squid was the smoke from the grill. The flavours of the peas ended up dominating the dish and I dion't feel the natural bitters in peas pairs well with seafood at all. It was needing for something more citrusy and sweeter to bring out the freshness of the squid. Luckily all finished well with the cheesecake made with beautifully whipped cheese, airy and smooth. It had a nicely balanced sweet citrus taste which made it a lovely light dessert to finish on. The base was nice and crumbly to fall apart with the cake and finished with a nice strong zing of flavour from the Sicilian Orange on top. I do love Ember Yard. A very well done restaurant in the heart of the West End and a great place for dining after a long day of shopping. It makes you forget how busy as it is up there. Prices aren't cheap so it might be better off getting more people in your group so you can order more to share as the dishes are made more for sharing then one plate meals. Even the burgers are more like slider's size. Still sharing is caring so I highly recommend this place.

    Burrata and grilled eggplant. Grilled octopus with marinated tomatoes. Delicious!
    Sarah K.

    So far, this has been my favorite meal while being in England. Absolutely wonderful every step of the way. We got a fantastic table booth on the window on the top floor (I wouldn't suggest sitting at a table on the lower level because it's in the basement and doesn't have window views). The decor was a bit trendy, rustic, and urban. Very inviting. Simple but classy. We had great service (only complaint for some could be that they have an auto service charge) Our service was attentive, friendly, and helpful. The food arrived very fast in "tapa style." We ordered a variety of tapas. We stuck to fish and vegetarian items. The Flatbread was simple but delicious (we put in a second order bc it was so yummy). The burrata and eggplant on foccacia was great...especially the burrata. The grilled octopus with marinated tomatos was so delicious we ordered it again. The Brussel sprout gratin was pretty good (not the best compared to our other picks). The fish carpaccio with pomegranate was pretty tasty but quite small so not an absolute necessity to order. The garlic potatoes were very yummy. The grilled seabass was quite tasty.

    I went there with my hubby for lunch. An experience we had here wasn't impressive. Some of food is ok, but some aren't. Overall none of plate didn't impress us. The service wasn't that good. Perhaps, we should have gone to other places we know. It was expensive for what we had... won't go back again.

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    I started with olives, then had the sea bass, courgette flower, and asparagus raviolis.

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    El Parador

    (42 reviews)

    ££

    Euston, Camden Town

    Thank you, Yelp app and fellow Yelpers for directing me to this little tapas restaurant on…read moreEversholt Street. It's a little unassuming family run restaurant but with serious intent from the kitchen. I was offered a table in the main dining room or the garden when I walked in - as we are in the middle of 'Wimbledon week showers', I chose to dine indoors. The menu was written in impressively authentic sounding terms but closer inspection revealed some fusion going on - lemongrass, tumeric and enoki mushrooms being amongst the ingredients on show. I'm up for a bit of fusion as long as it doesn't end in con-fusion! Having confirmed that I was hungry, the helpful waiter suggested getting 3 dishes. I couldn't help myself and went for the fusion sounding dishes. Panceta con cidra was pork belly, rolled and marinated with garlic, black pepper and dill, braised in Asturian cider. I zoom in pork belly whenever I see it and this version has been slowly cooked to melting tenderness with the dill coming through strongly - it didn't need the wedge of lemon which came with it and I enjoyed it as it arrived. Pollo a la plancha del Parador were a pair of chicken thighs marinated in lemon grass, turmeric, garlic & coriander and cooked on the plancha (grill). I prefer dark meat as it remains moist and the oriental kick wasn't too overwhelming. When the waiter said the Higadillos Salteados (chicken livers with Iberico Jamon, enoki mushrooms, shallots, black pepper and butter) would be served pink inside, I smiled - nice to see a restaurant willing to serve food as it should be cooked and not pander to squeamish guests. These were a delight and to get some Iberico ham from acorn-fed pigs was a bonus. This is tapas of the highest order, given a little twist. A little Yelp gem which deserves its high star rating.

    This is a really pretty and quaint, family run Spanish Restaurant... I grant this place 5 stars due…read moreto its divine food and admorible hospitality. Situated on quite a quiet street, it is well worth taking a visit. With a choice of over 40 tapas, all very well priced and utterly delicious. Your choice of dish will flirt wildly with all senses and deliver all promises. I am always very happy to find a restaurant which has a diverse yet experienced selection of fish. El Parador specialises in scallops, Halibut, and crab... although they were many others still left to be tried. The interior Decor, to me seemed rather french with little white table clothes and a smart yet gentle ambience. The wine list was impressive to say the least, with over 30 bottles of wine, in the price range of £13-30, with over 15 available by glass. The lunchtime menu has a special offer of 3 tapas for the price of two.

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    King's Cross

    Such a hidden gem! Visited here with a friend during our latest trip to London and was pleasantly…read moresurprised I do suggest making a reservation ahead of time because it can get pretty packed and rightfully so! The food was so good, great ambience was great with good music and the service was very good as well. We ordered a combination of tapas and main dishes and loved everything except for the tortilla de patata which was unfortunately very very runny and just not to our liking at all. Parking was unfortunately quite difficult as it usually is with most things in London. Everything else was fantastic and we really enjoyed ourselves

    This restaurant was recommended by a few friends so we were so excited to try. And boy they were so…read moreright. The food is delicious. Simply delicious. Literally is the sort of Spanish flavor that you can hardly find in London. Highly recommend their suckling pig and the squid ink rice. My god that was so good I wanted to encore. Anchovies on crisps is very interesting but others dishes are not as amazing as what I have mentioned. But don't get me wrong! Everything was so good. Just these things that's so outstanding I had to highlight it. The wait staff was so nice too. We didn't know how much to order so we just keep on ordering but she actually tell us when to stop and turns out the portion was perfect for the two of us. Also we love a good jug of sangria. We made a mistake and didn't tell them to go easy on ice but you make sure to do that so you don't have to pay for half a jug of ice! Only thing I have to moan is the ambiance because it wasn't anything extraordinary. Very commercial very ordinary. Anyway, give it a go and I think you'll enjoy it!

    Ember Yard - spanish - Updated May 2026

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